Corporate Relations Coordinator at Milwaukee Area Technical College

Smu Ccpa; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Area Technical College seeks a Corporate Relations Coordinator to identify and solicit underwriting support from local businesses and foundations, managing a portfolio and ensuring contract deliverables are met.

This role partners with the Chief Development Officer and cross‑department teams to develop funding presentations, track deadlines, and build lasting relationships with the Milwaukee business community while ensuring compliance with FCC underwriting guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with a focus in media, communications, marketing, public relations or business.
• With Associate degree: Three (3) years of experience in corporate partnerships and support.
• With Bachelor's degree: One (1) year of experience in corporate partnerships and support.
• Knowledge of market and prospect research experience and familiarity with online research tools.
• Experience in nonprofit fundraising and public media knowledge is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Drive underwriting growth by identifying opportunities and developing new corporate partnerships.
• Develop funding presentations, proposals and budgets to drive revenue.
• Manage a portfolio of corporate donors with moves management.
• Coordinate cross‑departmentally to ensure contract deliverables and budgets are met.
• Maintain accurate records in the donor database and report activities.

Skills

Prospect research

Fundraising

Relationship building

Communication

Project management

Travel locally

Education

Associate degree in media/communications/business

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Allegiance

MS Office/Google Docs

Job description

Corporate Relations Coordinator

The Corporate Relations Coordinator is responsible for fulfilling funding needs of Milwaukee PBS by identifying, cultivating and soliciting underwriting support, primarily from corporations, corporate foundations and association prospects. Works with Milwaukee PBS staff to ensure contract deliverables are achieved effectively with each corporate partner. Responsible for managing an assigned portfolio, conducting prospect research, and seeking affinity through networking and appointments to develop relationships that lead to solicitation. Reports directly to Chief Development Officer; works closely with all Milwaukee PBS leaders, particularly related to specific funding needs and deliverables.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive accelerated underwriting growth by achieving strategic goals that align with Milwaukee PBS’ mission, through making direct calls and identifying opportunities which develop new business that supports operations, production and activities.
• Drive strategic identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of corporate donors.
• Develop strong funding presentations/proposals and supporting marketing materials (budgets, timelines, and images) to drive revenue growth with existing and new corporate partners.
• Conduct ongoing market research to determine programming opportunities to maximize the investment and interest of corporate partners.
• Manage an active calendar to meet proposal and contract deadlines. Effectively report on corporate partnership activities.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records in database to track activities and deliverables, and implement a system for moves management.
• Build and sustain effective relationships within the business community. Ensure regular communications (in-person, written and verbal) with current partners and prospects.
• Develop a strong sense of Milwaukee PBS and PBS to know how to recruit sponsorship for various projects.
• Develop and maintain strong knowledge of FCC guidelines as they relate to non-profit media underwriting announcements to ensure on-air scripts are in compliance with current regulations.
• Create underwriting copy, enter underwriting contracts, schedule underwriting announcements and ensure associated administration processes are operating effectively.
• Manage corporate support annual budget and forecasting. Establish aggressive annual and multi-year goals.
• Work cross-departmentally to identify ongoing and potential projects suitable for funding. Continually educate and update internal partners about opportunities and what’s required to achieve funding.
• Work cross-departmentally to understand and describe projects and budgets, and to ensure contract deliverables and budgets are achieved.
• Work collaboratively with Major Giving and Grant Writing areas to maximize potential for corporate support.
• Help advance a culture of philanthropy within the organization.
• Special projects and other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

Required Education

Associate degree with a focus in media, communications, marketing, public relations or business.

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field.

Required Experience

• With Associate degree: Three (3) years of experience in corporate partnerships and support.
• With Bachelor's degree: One (1) year of experience in corporate partnerships and support.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of market and prospect research experience and familiarity with online research tools.
• Functional knowledge of how to develop funding presentations, proposals and budgets.
• Knowledge and experience in a nonprofit fundraising setting, public media.
• Knowledge of the local business community and business leaders, as well as their current interests and guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent project management skills, attention to detail and analytical abilities. Motivated and creative self-starter.
• Experience managing a prospect portfolio with revenue expectations.
• Experience in using a prospect management database, Allegiance a plus.
• Ability and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google programs (Gmail, Google calendar, Google Drive/Docs).
• Ability to develop funding presentations, proposals and budgets.
• Able to be committed and enthusiastic about the mission, programs and services of Milwaukee PBS.
• Ability to demonstrate success in acquisition and fulfillment of corporate funding.
• Ability to cultivate strong, positive relationships, work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to create annual and multi-year work plans to achieve revenue goals.
• Available to travel locally to meet funders and prospects.

Supplemental Information

Start Date

This position supports Milwaukee PBS and is available starting as soon as possible.

Hours

This position is a 1.0 FTE or 40 hours per work week. Hours are Monday through Friday from 9am - 5:00pm. This is an in-person.

Salary

Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2023/2024 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity.

Application Materials

Along with your completed applications, please upload a resume and cover letter. Education will be formally verified prior to offer.

Interviews

Selected candidates will be invited to interview for this position in person after the posting close date. Candidates will be notified via email.

EEO

Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law. Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email [e-mail].